The Tokay sophomore was in third place most of the way in the Tri-City Athletic League boys cross country championship on Wednesday at Oak Grove Regional Park. But with 800 meters left, Hastings blew past his competition to claim first place on the 3-mile course in 15 minutes, 54 seconds.

"With about 800 to go, I kicked it in," Hastings said. "I just took over and started sprinting."

The Tigers' Bryan Stamos finished second in 15:59, James Garcia of Stagg was third in 16:05, and McNair's Peter Thach, undefeated in dual-meet competition, finished fourth (16:11).

Tokay sophomore Maria Ramirez led a Tigers sweep in the girls race, winning in 19:29. Jasmine Loyola was second (19:35) and Emily Sousa finished third (19:40).